What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Safety Environment Coordinator position at Brunel?
About the Role
We are seeking an EHS Professional to support electrical construction projects, with a strong focus on substation and high-voltage environments.
This is a field-based role requiring approximately 75% travel across the United States. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations while supporting project execution from planning through completion.
Location: Raleigh, NC (75% Travel – U.S. Projects)
Duration: 6 months renewable
Start date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities
Planning
- Develop and implement project-specific EHS plans
- Identify regulatory requirements and EHS risks
- Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation measures
- Support bid and tender phases with EHS-related input (costs and risks)
- Ensure EHS requirements are incorporated into contracts and procurement
Execution
- Partner with Project Managers and Site Managers to ensure EHS compliance on-site
- Review contractor safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments
- Ensure all required permits, certifications, and authorizations are in place
- Deliver EHS training to employees and contractors
- Act as the main point of contact for EHS matters with clients and contractors
Monitoring and Reporting
- Conduct regular site inspections and audits
- Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions
- Prepare and deliver EHS reports to project and site leadership
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of EHS experience in construction or industrial environments
- Direct experience with electrical construction, substations, or high-voltage systems is required
- Strong knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations
- Experience performing risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations
- Ability to work independently in a field-based, project-driven environment
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% across the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting utility, power transmission, or distribution projects
- EHS certifications (OSHA 30, CHST, CSP, or similar)
- Experience working with contractors and managing site safety programs
Additional Information
- This role is primarily project-based, with most time spent on-site
- Travel expenses are expected to be covered (confirmation pending)
- Candidates must be adaptable and comfortable working in dynamic project environments